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P798 MKW

1997 Ford Probe

Gold Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

162,436 mi
Last recorded162,436 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP798 MKW
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2010 162,436 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 156,126 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 156,126 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 148,715 miles

All metal brake pipes greased

Both rear anti roll bar D bushes worn

Both rear trailing arms corroded

Centre exhaust system heavily corroded

Fuel pipes over the tank very heavily corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2008 148,715 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

All metal brake pipes greased

Both rear anti roll bar D bushes worn

Both rear trailing arms corroded

Centre exhaust system heavily corroded

Fuel pipes over the tank very heavily corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 139,310 miles

All rear metal brake pipes greased

Both steering rack gaiters damp

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 131,134 miles

Brake pipes greased

Handbrake travel high

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Ford Probe?

Based on 68,773 MOT tests across 11,550 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
3,995
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
11,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 6,655
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,961
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,508
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,616
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,033
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P798 MKW is a 1997 Ford Probe in Gold with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Ford Probe models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 92,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Probe fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 6,655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P798 MKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Probe typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Probe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P798 MKW registered?

P798 MKW is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is P798 MKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P798 MKW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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